1973 Irish Press, 1st January
On the 1st of January 1973, Ireland became a member of the European Economic Community (referendum to join - 10th of May 1972).
Irish Press1973 Irish Press, 1st January
Irish Press
Irish Press
1973 Irish Press, 1st January
On the 1st of January 1973, Ireland became a member of the European Economic Community (referendum to join - 10th of May 1972).
Irish Press
On the 1st of January 1973, the Republic of Ireland joined the European Economic Community, now known as the European Union (EU). Membership of the EU helped Ireland to grow and develop. In the 1970s and 1980s, farmers were able to establish their own markets and set prices for their products. Roads and communication technology were also improved through funding received from the EU.
In 2002, Ireland adopted the euro as its currency.